Pass Plus is a training course specifically aimed at new drivers, designed by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) with the help of insurers and the driving instruction industry. Pass Plus will build upon your existing skills and knowledge, it will teach you how to anticipate, plan for and deal with all kinds of hazards, and can help you to become more confident on the roads Pass Plus is made up of six practical modules which include:driving in towndriving in all weathersdriving on rural roadsdriving at nightdriving on dual carriagewaysdriving on motorways Anyone who holds a full UK licence is eligible to take part in the scheme. You will not have to take a test at the end of the course but you will be continually assessed. You must successfully complete all the modules in the course to an achieved or exceeded standard. Fact Did you know? In the first year of driving, one driver in five is involved in an accident Pass Plus Modules

Town driving The first module begins with an introduction to PASS PLUS, explaining the course aims and the skills and knowledge to be covered. The second part of the module is a practical session, covering the different features of driving in town, such as complex junctions and public transport. You'll concentrate on

observation, judgement and awareness

eye contact

consideration for vulnerable road users

being cautious but not over cautious, and

keeping space around your car

All weather driving As much of this module as possible should be covered in a practical session. You'll focus on correct speed, safe stopping distances, plus seeing and being seen in

rain

sleet, snow and ice

mist and fog, and

bright sunshine

You will also look at skidding

what causes them

how to prevent them

correcting slow-speed skids

braking on poor surfaces, and

aquaplaning

Driving out of town This module taken on country roads, will look at the main differences between town driving and country driving.

observing the road ahead

making progress safely

bends, hills, uneven roads and dead ground

keeping a safe distance from the vehicle ahead, and

safe overtaking

It focuses especially on being aware and showing consideration for

pedestrians, horse riders and animals in the road

farm entrances

slow moving vehicles

Appropriate use of the horn, coping with mud and debris on the road and how to use passing places are also covered.Night driving This module covers the essential aspects of driving in the dark and also at dawn and dusk. You'll learn about

the importance of the correct use of headlights

adjusting to the dark

judging speed and distance

the correct use of lights and keeping them clean

dealing with dazzle

road users who can be hard to see, and

parking issues

Driving on dual carriageways Dual carriageways are high speed, multi-lane roads where the two carriageways are separated by a central reservation. They demand particular skills, including.

effective observation, using your mirrors and checking blind spots

judgement and planning ahead

the need for a safe separation distance

joining and leaving a dual carriageway

overtaking and lane discipline, and

the correct use of speed

Driving on Motorways This module should be a practical session. The topics covered include